Surveying Engineering Intern - Seasonal

Surveying Engineering Intern - Seasonal

We are looking for a seasonal intern to support our Salt Lake City Engineering team. As a Surveying Engineering Intern, you will support a variety of projects aimed at improving Salt Lake City's public infrastructure, including streets, office buildings, bikeways, sidewalks, parks, and other assets within the public right-of-way. This position includes fieldwork involving the application of modern surveying techniques using GPS and robotic instruments, as well as data collection and documentation. You'll also assist with office tasks involving mapping, analysis, and design using AutoCAD and ArcGIS.

This is a seasonal, non-benefited position, not to exceed 6 months of employment.

The Community and Neighborhoods Engineering Division administers the design and procurement of construction projects funded by the City's Capital Improvement Program and the Funding Our Future bond. Applicants for roles within the Engineering Division can expect to support projects that improve streets within the public right-of-way, office buildings, bikeways, and sidewalks – all important areas of the City's growing infrastructure that everyone uses.

Pay rate: $20.00/hr. Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until it is filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities

• Collects data and reviews research materials, determines accuracy and validity of sources and appropriateness for use.
• Designs, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects; determines appropriate methodologies, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools, etc.
• Performs research activities by utilizing computer software to obtain and manipulate data.
• Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.
• Other tasks as assigned will be for data research regarding plat and legal description analysis. Per project, applicable field work and field to office automation.
• Complies with city and department policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, though summer internships may not require concurrent enrollment if student is in good standing with the educational institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must have good organizational and analytical skills.
• Must have good computer skills.

Working conditions: Moderate physical effort, comfortable working conditions, and handling of weights up to 40 pounds. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking may be required. Moderate field time. Subject to extended exposure to computer visual display terminals.

Position type: Seasonal. Department: Community and Neighborhoods. Full time/part time: Part time. Scheduled hours: 20.

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism. We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference. If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we'd love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site.

Health & wellness: 95% City-paid medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution), wellness clinic for employees & families, robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Financial perks: Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year), retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k)), discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more.

Paid leave: 12 vacation days to start, 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, up to 80 hours personal leave annually, 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave, bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers.

The Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.